The lectures are aimed at members of the Trust, including service users, carers, staff, and the general public, and will offer fresh insights into mental health services and opportunities for discussion.

"I am very much looking forward to the talk and the joint collaboration between service users and Trust staff," said Katy Jon Went, who has previously trained in and lectured to both the public and private sector on LGBTIQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, and Queer, (and/or Questioning)) issues and their impact on wellbeing and equality.

"Being both transgender and bipolar, I have personal experiences to share which have brought me into contact with mental health and gender identity services and intend to talk frankly and honestly about these.

"It is a very positive collaboration and there will also be lots of room for discussion and questions."